WATERLOO STATE SIGNIFICANT PRECINCT SUMMARY OF TECHNICAL STUDIES METHODOLOGY

WATERLOO STATE SIGNIFICANT PRECINCT SUMMARY OF TECHNICAL STUDIES METHODOLOGY Noise, vibration, pollution and lighting The Noise, Vibration, Pollution and Lighting Study will identify existing noise, vibration, pollution and lighting characteristics within the Precinct. It will identify and map current and likely future noise, vibration and pollution affecting the Precinct, including sources, nature and impact. Likely sources will include the new Metro station, traffic on Botany Road and McEvoy Street and aircraft noise. It will also identify and map existing and proposed land uses that are more sensitive to pollution such as residential uses, schools, childcare centres and community facilities. To determine existing conditions, the Install loggers to measure existing levels of noise and vibration throughout the Precinct. Review available background air quality data from NSW Office of Environment and Heritage and weather data from the Bureau of Meteorology and NSW Office of Environment and Heritage. Use light meters to measure existing lighting conditions around the Precinct. Undertake a detailed assessment of the preferred option including: ¾ a qualitative assessment of potential air quality impacts. This assessment will include the estimation of emissions (up to 5 pollutants) of the identified potential industrial sources (up to 10 industrial sites). Emissions from surrounding roads will also be considered; ¾ weather modelling and analysis of modelling results and assess and document the incremental and cumulative impacts on the Precinct; ¾ a 3D lighting model for the Precinct, showing landscape features, buildings and proposed specifications and locations for lights in publically accessible parts of the Precinct. ¾ twenty-four-hour noise quality maps showing noise levels at one hour time intervals throughout the day; Recommend detailed development controls to mitigate noise, vibration and pollution impacts. Controls will cover Botany Road and McEvoy Street and buildings. Flora and fauna The Flora and Fauna Study will involve an ecological survey of the Precinct to identify any locally significant or threatened animal or plant species or communities. It will include an assessment of impacts on existing trees and wildlife, and measures to compensate for any unavoidable impacts. The Flora and Fauna s strategy will aim to protect and enhance the natural values of the Precinct while recognising its role as an inner urban, mixed use, transit oriented community. To determine existing conditions, the Review relevant background information Undertake a visual assessment of the Precinct to confirm existing native vegetation, its potential as habitat for threatened species and any other ecological constraints 1

Prepare an ecological assessment of existing conditions. Determine likely impacts of the proposed development on urban plants and animals, particularly any that of conservation significance. Recommend the measures to avoid or reduce such impacts, including: ¾ clearance and relocation of any native plants and animals prior to works commencing; ¾ protection of any significant animal habitat; ¾ restoration/creation of new habitat for any important features removed/disturbed by the development. Identify opportunities to create habitat features that will benefit urban biodiversity. Recommend planning controls to implement the strategy. Assess whether the master plan will achieve an appropriate outcome for native plants and animals. Arts and culture The Arts and Culture Study will review existing cultural assets, history, and features within the Precinct, based on a site inspection, documentary research and reference to existing cultural and creative studies for the area. The Study will review existing arts and culture events and programs in the area and identify the future location and type of public art to be installed. The Study will follow the City of Sydney s Public Art Strategy, Public Art Policy, Guidelines for Public Art in Private Developments and other relevant guidelines. To determine existing conditions, the Review existing relevant background documents. Identify and document existing small scale creative characteristics, industries, public art, organisations, practitioners, monuments, social history, maker spaces and existing events and programs. Map existing creative assets, including public art, creative and maker spaces, innovation centres and key places of cultural and community importance. Document cultural and community stories of importance to the Waterloo communities and surrounding community. Document local aboriginal heritage. Identify existing and emerging themes of practice, employment and application across creative and innovation industries. Source photos, maps, surveys and any other images of the historic and current Precinct. Identify arts and culture lessons, through case studies, that may be applicable to Waterloo Undertake a comparative analysis of case studies. Investigate other projects to identify characteristics of successful governance and management frameworks. 2

Develop a specific arts and culture vision, and supporting strategy. Identify the potential future location, form, scale and type of public art. Identify the potential location, size and uses of creative and maker spaces. Identify which proposed public spaces are suitable to promote art and culture, for example through landscaping, street lighting and pavement treatments. Develop a strategy for the selection, purchasing and installation of public art in a way that ensures the intention, artistic integrity and quality of all public artworks is maintained. Prepare an implementation plan that explains how the strategy can be delivered, including costs, timeframes and responsibilities. Assess whether the arts and culture strategy are consistent with the City of Sydney s Public Art Strategy, Public Art Policy, Guidelines for Public Art in Private Developments and Guidelines for Acquisitions and Deaccessions. Heritage and Aboriginal Heritage The Heritage Study will include a heritage assessment of the Precinct in accordance with the NSW Heritage Manual, The Conservation Plan and the Australia ICOMOS Charter for the Conservation of Places of Cultural Significance (the Burra Charter). The assessment will review, but will not be limited to, buildings, garden areas, monuments and public art, infrastructure (including street patterns and storm water drains), potential archaeological relics and social significance. It will include: Researched history including review of property records, maps and images, and any relevant conservation management plans. Physical inspection of the Precinct. Review of existing images including current and historic photos, maps and surveys. Comparisons to similar social housing developments within metropolitan Sydney. Assessment of significance of identified features. Listing, mapping and management recommendations. The Heritage Study will include assessment of the significance of the Precinct to the Aboriginal community, including non-physical cultural heritage, stories and other associations with Waterloo as a place. To determine existing conditions, the Review existing historical records and undertake detailed historical research of the Precinct, with particular reference to existing heritage items listed on and in the vicinity of the site. Map the historical development of the precinct over time. Undertake detailed heritage assessment in accordance with NSW Heritage criteria, including statements of significance for both the Precinct as a whole and for individual elements, including: ¾ Buildings; ¾ landscaping elements; ¾ monuments or public art installations; ¾ infrastructure, street patterns and stormwater; ¾ potential archaeological relics. Identify relevant criteria for formal heritage listing (local, state or national). Identify significant land uses and views. Provide a comparative analysis with other similar precincts and social housing developments, including the heritage status of these precincts and examples of successful redevelopment and renewal projects within Sydney. 3

Review the aboriginal environmental, historical and archaeological context, including a search of the AHIMS register. Investigate and assess the Aboriginal cultural heritage significance of the Precinct Develop a strategy for heritage, including Aboriginal heritage. This may include statements of significance of identified features, recommended treatment of specific places, structures, views, building setbacks, heights and design for new buildings, archival recording and oral histories. Identify opportunities to incorporate heritage in design and built form strategies, public art and landscape design. Make recommendations for the protection and celebration of Aboriginal cultural heritage. Recommend planning controls to implement the strategy. Prepare a Heritage Impact Statement (HIS) for the preferred master plan, heritage strategy and plan. Housing diversity and affordability The Housing Diversity and Affordability Study will consider existing housing diversity and affordability within the Precinct and identify future housing needs. It will consider the appropriate mix of dwelling types, ownership, size and price-points necessary to support a diverse, inclusive, healthy, socially connected, livable and sustainable community. The Housing Diversity and Affordability Strategy will consider the needs of social housing residents, renters, investors, owner occupiers and the Communities Plus approach, noting the Government target of 5% - 10% of private dwellings to be Affordable Housing for low to moderate income households. The Study will include an assessment of the strategy in terms of the needs of the future community, and consistency with State Environmental Planning Policy (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009, the draft Central District Plan and Future Directions for Social Housing in NSW. To determine existing conditions, the Review relevant information and data, including demand for a range of housing types, market responses and housing market trends and conditions in the Sydney Metropolitan area Investigate housing supply, choice and affordability, including: ¾ housing stress existing within the City of Sydney using the consultant's data, compared against household income by mortgage repayments or rental repayments by dwelling type; ¾ comment on growth in rental and purchase prices compared to average wages and mortgage repayments over the last 20 years; ¾ a profile of household income bands based on census data (2017 dollars) and the level of rent/debt that each band could pay, considering key variables (e.g. % interest rates and deposit and equity requirements). Undertake a housing needs analysis considering the needs of renters, owner occupiers and investors. Consider matters such as: ¾ housing for Aboriginal people; 4

¾ tenure mix; ¾ affordable housing target; ¾ bedroom mix, size of apartments and housing typology by stage. Identify a range of possible housing diversity and affordability measures. Analyse the likely effects of these measures. Develop appropriate measures into a recommended strategy. Recommend planning controls to implement the strategy. Sustainability The Sustainability Study will address project based targets for carbon reduction, drinking water management, energy reduction and onsite generation, biodiversity enhancement, response to climate change, waste reduction, responsible and renewable materials and building and precinct based performance rating systems. The Sustainability Study will identify broader precinct and local area sustainability opportunities, as well as identifying how the baseline data, and City of Sydney sustainability policies will be addressed and delivered within the Precinct. To determine existing conditions, the Review all existing studies relevant to sustainability Undertake a preliminary assessment against the following sustainability rating systems: ¾ Urban Growth Sustainability Strategy (Metro Quarter only); ¾ City of Sydney sustainability requirements; ¾ BASIX; ¾ NABERS; ¾ NCOS; ¾ Green Star Communities rating tool. Develop the existing baseline evidence for input into the PRECINX computer modelling tool. Estimate existing building environmental performance (including energy and water). Develop and document the sustainability features of the preferred master plan into a strategy Assess proposed building forms and utility services (layout, form, fabric, massing, and services) in terms of relevant sustainability targets. Identify opportunities to supply energy from renewables. Identify innovative sustainability technologies that could be used. Predict future climate using a combination of Adapt NSW s NARCliM data and the CSIRO Climate Futures web portal. Identify and build the ability of vulnerable members of the community to cope with extreme weather events. Identify options to reduce the Urban Heat Island effect, such as increasing tree cover, light coloured roofing and paving and selecting building materials to other than concrete, etc. Identify options for Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) principles to support the management of stormwater runoff. Identify measures to ensure that the impacts of climate change are suitably addressed 5

Develop a community resilience plan in line with the Green Star Communities Resilience credit, and Resilient Sydney Preliminary Resilience Assessment, considering issues such as social cohesion, connectivity and emergency preparedness. Prepare a climate risk and resilience report in line with the Adaptation and Resilience (Gov-4) credits in the GBCA s Green Star Communities tool and the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia s Infrastructure Sustainability (ISCA) Rating Scheme. Recommend planning controls to implement the strategy. Open space The Open Space Study will provide Precinct specific open space planning guidance consistent with the City of Sydney Open Space, Sports and Recreation Needs Study 2016. It will provide defensible needs analysis to help inform development of the master plan. Specifically, it will make recommendations as to the distribution and design of the gross quantum of open space identified for the Precinct, considering the appropriate number, size, type, location, connectivity and functional characteristics of individual open spaces. To determine existing conditions, the Review the City of Sydney s Open Space, Sports and Recreation Needs Study 2016. Provide a detailed analysis of the existing physical features and usage patterns of existing open space in and around the Precinct. Consider best practice in similar high dwelling density environments/projects from around the world. Provide guidance to the preparation of an open space implementation plan, considering: ¾ suitable locations for proposed open spaces and linkages; ¾ relationship to nearby busy streets and open spaces; ¾ accessibility to and needs of projected future users/groups; ¾ existing street patterns, significant trees and flooding; ¾ existing and projected pedestrian routes/volumes and vehicle/cycle crossing points. Assessment of the implementation plan (by others), including: ¾ review the size, location and functional requirements of the various proposed open spaces; ¾ crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles; ¾ water Sensitive Urban Design Principles; ¾ relevant technical specifications of the City of Sydney. Recommend planning controls to implement the strategy. Social Sustainability The Social Sustainability Study will include a review of existing policies, and the community services needs of the existing and likely future communities at five year intervals to 2036. It will include consideration of the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, different age groups; key resident language groups, key providers of community services and relevant government agencies. The Study will assess the services needs of the future community, including lower income households, higher density private residents and people without a car. It will identify the type, role, size, condition and usage of all existing community facilities, and assess the adequacy of these facilities to service existing and future communities. The strategy will consider potential innovations and emerging best 6

practice in the delivery of community services. The strategy will identify measures to support high quality of life, social connections, safety, employment and education opportunities, health and culture, including measures to provide for the needs of minority groups, different age, income and cultural groups and future generations. It will consider all aspects of community and social services, including health, education and emergency services, programs available to assist in social housing tenant relocation and opportunities to deliver new or upgraded community facilities. To determine existing conditions, the Review the population and employment profile to be provided by a separate consultant to understand the characteristics of the existing and likely future community. Research key population groups, community service users and providers, consider projected demographic data for each group and consider concerns, issues and key contacts from previous engagement activities. Map existing community facilities. Hold focus group discussions with community members, including: ¾ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; ¾ older people; ¾ young people; ¾ children and families; ¾ culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) residents (with separate groups for the top spoken languages including Cantonese, Mandarin and Russian); ¾ social housing tenants; ¾ private housing residents. Hold focus group discussions with service providers, including: ¾ key medical and mental health services; ¾ key legal services; ¾ tenant representative groups; ¾ Government agencies. Prepare a social sustainability assessment, including: ¾ a community profile of existing residents, and future residents, based on population projections and data from similar developments; ¾ assessment of existing community facilities; ¾ consideration of challenges, opportunities and issues to be addressed through subsequent stages. Review national and international case studies. The strategy will comprise two general parts: ¾ community facilities; ¾ Social services needs to support a sustainable and resilient community. For broad social sustainability and resilience matters, the strategy and will: ¾ identify social sustainability measures to address people s way of life, social connections, safety, employment and education opportunities, health and culture including temporary measures to provide for the needs of minority groups, different age, income and cultural groups and future generations; 7

¾ consider the fairness of proposed measures, including how the opportunities will be accessible to different sections of the community; ¾ provide for future reviews of community needs; ¾ ensure that the historical connections and importance of Waterloo to Aboriginal people is maintained and strongly reflected in the plan; ¾ identify measures to help ensure that Waterloo remains a welcoming and culturally inclusive place; ¾ prioritise innovation and community outcomes; ¾ identify opportunities to meet the social needs of the future community. For community facilities matters, this is to include: ¾ identify existing, new and enhanced community facilities required to cater for the needs of the future community, including type, role, size, condition, usage patterns; ¾ consider all aspects of community and social services, including health, education, emergency services and programs to assist social housing tenant relocation; ¾ consider the feasibility of new or upgraded community facilities; ¾ identify potential management, governance and maintenance models. Recommend planning controls to implement the strategy. Prepare an implementation plan to deliver the strategy. Traffic and transport The Traffic and Transport Study will assess land use and transport options for the Waterloo precinct to ensure that the transport system supports community objectives. The study will also ensure that adequate capacity is provided within the transport network to support the proposed development. The assessment of the transport network is split into two stages (Establish Baseline and Transport Assessment), followed by the finalisation of a Strategy and implementation plan. Establish Baseline Conditions To understand the existing conditions, the Review existing information, including census data and previous studies to understand the land use, demographics, and the existing and planned transport network for all transport modes. Collect traffic and transport data to understand the existing transport conditions in and around the precinct, and in comparable localities. Data will also be used to correct existing transport models. Data to be collected includes: ¾ Intersection counts of light vehicles, heavy vehicles, buses, pedestrians, and cyclists covering every signalised intersection in the surrounding area. Counts cover an average weekday between the hours of 6-10am and 3-7pm ¾ Travel time surveys on the key routes through the study area including Botany Road, McEvoy Street, and Elizabeth Street. Counts cover an average weekday between the hours of 6-10am and 3-7pm ¾ Origin-Destination surveys matching key entry /exit points within the surrounding area ¾ Traffic generation surveys of comparable residential / mixed used developments in Waterloo and Redfern including counts of pedestrians and cyclists ¾ Additional data sources including data from traffic light operations (SCATS), Household Travel Survey, Journey to Work data, Opal Card data, and data collected as part of previous state government projects. Build a computer traffic model for the surrounding area. 8

Recommend transport planning principles for the precinct and options to improve the transport network. Analyse traffic and transport data and strategic modelling (Sydney Travel Model) to understand all modes of transport. Recommend a hierarchy of different road types within the precinct. Recommend policies for the precinct in relation to car parking and travel demand management Estimate future travel demand based on behaviour in similar precincts. Input traffic estimates for the master plan options into the computer model (AIMSUN) and run the model for the years 2021 and 2031, using high and low level estimates of travel demand. Use more detailed intersection modelling (e.g. SIDRA) to evaluate critical intersections. Recommend functions for each of the roads within the Precinct in terms of both traffic movement and public space. Examine the access requirements for all modes of transport, including identifying an accessible street network. Cross sections will be developed to show the design of roads and adjacent land at key locations. Recommend a staging plan for new transport infrastructure. Recommend a comprehensive parking policy for the Precinct. Recommend initiatives that could improve transport efficiency and amenity. Design The Urban Design Study will consolidate the findings of all the other technical studies and feedback from the community engagement process into a single document describing the physical constraints, as well as all environmental, economic, social and cultural factors likely to influence design and planning. It will include separate maps and 3D physical and computer models describing the opportunities and constraints of the Precinct, grouped into logical themes and issues. The study will also document best practice case studies of similar projects, and identify relevant urban design principles applicable to the Precinct and preliminary land use and building massing options. To determine existing conditions, the Undertake an urban design context analysis that identifies constraints and opportunities related to relevant matters, including: ¾ Housing; ¾ transport, mobility and wayfinding; ¾ trees; ¾ land use patterns; ¾ urban structure and character; ¾ community facilities. Develop a more detailed urban design analysis of Waterloo. This will include an Urban and Landscape Character Study that identifies the different character areas within the Precinct, relating to natural landform and landscape characteristics and building types to help building designs that respect the existing local context and community identity. 9

Using the seven principles of successful places identified by the Government Architect in the Better Placed publications, combine findings from the context analysis and technical studies to summarise key constraints and opportunities. Develop a vision, principles and clear performance measures to guide subsequent detailed planning for the Precinct. The vision will be derived from and will promote Waterloo s heritage and identity and place the future of Waterloo in the wider city context. Undertake national and international case study analysis of comparable housing estates and other urban renewal projects, focusing in particular on those that have successfully transitioned (or are in the process of transitioning) to a mixed-tenure community. Develop and test a number of possible concept plan options for the Precinct. Concept plan options are to be sufficiently detailed to enable a clear understanding of what is proposed, and well-informed evaluation (eg indication of compliance with the requirements of the apartment design guide). Undertake assessment of the concept plan options, including a high level of engagement with the technical consultants and the engagement consultant (as part of community engagement). Develop the preferred concept plan into a master plan. While not to a development application level (eg the layout of individual apartments will not be shown), this will be of a sufficient level of detail to enable the community to clearly understand what Waterloo will look like in the future, including the location and shape of parks, roads and buildings. The master plan is envisaged to include at least: ¾ contextual overview; ¾ policy framework, summary of issues and opportunities; ¾ vision, principles and objectives; ¾ over-arching spatial strategy - expressed in both two- and three-dimensional forms; ¾ Urban design principles; ¾ movement strategy, including proposed connections and accessibility related to each mode; ¾ distribution of different land uses; ¾ housing strategy; ¾ safety by design; ¾ sustainability infrastructure; ¾ landscape and environmental strategy, including open space structure, character and proposed improvements to public open spaces (Public Domain Plan); ¾ community infrastructure framework (Community Facilities Plan); ¾ phasing and delivery strategy. Work with the Town Planner for the project to translate the master plan into a planning controls to ensure that future development is consistent with the vision, principles and key strategic directions. The planning framework will address land uses (through zoning), how much floor space can be built (through FSR), how tall buildings be built, the width and design of roads and concepts for parks (eg where playgrounds, trees and seating should be located). Placemaking (is an additional study and is not a prerequisite as part of the Study Requirements for the SSP plan) This report will provide a comprehensive placemaking framework, addressing the unique social, economic, environmental and cultural elements of Waterloo to create a safe, inclusive, attractive and authentic series of places for the community. It will draw on all of the other technical studies that have 10

been commissioned for the project, including community engagement, to identify a strong sense of Waterloo as a distinct place. It will include a strategy and implementation plan to translate this framework into measureable benchmarks, governance structures and overlays to guide future redevelopment. Prepare placemaking framework To determine existing conditions, the consultant will review existing studies, inspect the Precinct and map the existing social, economic, environmental and cultural assets and attributes of the Precinct and its surrounds. This will involve review and analysis of relevant background documents, understanding of relevant case study projects and best practices in Placemaking and future trends. There are currently more than 20 technical studies being undertaken for the Precinct Proposal, which will all be reviewed as part of this process. The outcomes will be combined into a placemaking framework for the Precinct, including a series of place principles unique to the Waterloo Precinct and an outline of a proposed story of the place. Prepare strategy and implementation Plan Once the placemaking framework has been established it will be translated into a visually appealing, succinct and practical placemaking strategy, which will include: performance measures, benchmarks and recommendations for data collection methods to evaluate Master Plan options; a draft governance and management framework outlining roles, responsibilities, and decision making processes; overlays that translate the placemaking framework for the Precinct into the future built form, networks, destinations, open spaces, streets, retail, facilities & services, activation, management, etc. The implementation plan for the placemaking strategy will identify the most effective method of implementing the strategy in a coordinated, value for money way that describes priorities, milestones, staging, timeframes (short, medium and long term), roles and responsibilities, relationship to other policies and strategies, numerical measures, a place checklist for other consultants and key steps for the realisation of the strategy. 11